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Screw Machine Oper. Trainee

Wescon Controls, LLC
WICHITA, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 2/5/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/5/2025

Job Summary: (summary and overall objectives of role)

Under the instruction of an experienced Screw Machine Operator, the Screw Machine Trainee is responsible for the operation of multiple spindle screw machines (i.e., Brown & Sharp; Davenport; Gridley) to produce finished parts.  Uses calipers and other measuring equipment to ensure parts meet the specified tolerances on the blue print.

Essential Functions: (essential functions, including how an individual is to perform them and frequency at which tasks are performed; the tasks must be part of the job function and truly necessary or required to perform the job)

  • Monitors parts and verifies quality of parts by using calipers and other measuring equipment
  • Loads bars into machine to produce parts
  • Runs all 2nd Operation equipment 
  • Cleans out machine in morning
  • Keeps machines lubed throughout the day
  • Operates presses, drills, lathes, deburr machine, etc.
  • Responsible for general upkeep of work area

 

Korn Ferry Competencies: 

 

 

Required:

  • Strong mechanical aptitude
  • Experience using hand tools 
  • Experience using calipers and other measuring tools
  • Ability to problem solve
  • Able to collaborate in a team environment

 

Preferred:

  • Ability to read blueprints

 

Required education and experience: (education and experience based on requirements that are job-related and consistent with business necessity)

  • High school diploma or GED or the equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Prior experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
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Preferred education and experience: (preferred education and experience based on requirements that are job related and consistent with business necessity)

  • Technical School training
  • Prior experience in a mechanical role
  • 1yr of manufacturing experience
  • Prior experience operating a forklift

 

Additional eligibility qualifications: (additional requirements such as certifications, industry-specific experience and the experience working with certain equipment)

 

 

Special Position Requirements: (Any security, risk, hazard or related special conditions which apply to the position)

  • Must be  able to work four ten hour shifts each week,  Monday through Thursday, 6am – 4:30pm
  • On occasion, mandatory overtime is required
  • Work daily near mechanical parts and vibrations 
  • Work with oils and solvents
  • Work in a loud manufacturing environment where ear plugs and safety glasses are required

 

Physical Demands/ Equipment used to perform the job:

  • Manual labor job in a manufacturing environment
  • Temperature fluctuations on production floor
  • Must be able to lift/carry heavy objects up to 75 pounds
  • Standing for long periods of time; walking
  • Hand dexterity to use hand tools and operate machinery
  • Ability to operate departmental equipment

 

Disclaimers:

*It is Wescon Controls policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex/gender, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment and to all of our locations.

*This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.  Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

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